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PROGRAM
WE ARE
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RESIDENTIAL:
35-bed capacity
Separate men’s and women’s facilities
24/7 staffing supervision by licensed professionals
STRUCTURED LIVING ENVIRONMENT
Therapeutic community setting
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SUPPORT:
QMAP Medication management
Individual therapeutic sessions
Crisis intervention services available 24/7
Peer Support Specialists
PADDING
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Development:
Life skills training for independent
Individual and group therapy
Progress tracking with regular assessment
Vocational readiness
Social skills development
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CONTINUING CARE:
Ongoing support contact post-discharge
aftercare & TRANSITION PLANNING
Alumni programming
Resource coordination
PADDING
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TRANSPORTATION:
Coordinated secure transport services:
Facility transportation
medical appointments
Therapeutic outings
Essential errands
AT A
GLANCE
Dual Diagnosis
Unified TREATMENT
Mental health struggles and substance use don’t happen in isolation, but are often deeply related. Here at Monarch, we treat them that way. Rather than bouncing you between an array of different specialists, our team addresses the roots for both issues simultaneously, and that’s where tangible, sustained change truly comes from.
What is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?
Currently, an astonishing 9.5 million American adults struggle with both mental health conditions and substance use disorders, yet only 7-9% receive adequate treatment for both conditions, and we want to do our part to fill in that gap.
Why do these issues show up together so often? Sometimes people use substances to cope with anxiety, depression, or trauma. Other times, substance use creates or worsens mental health problems. For example, someone might start taking Xanax for panic attacks and develop a dependency, or methamphetamine use can trigger psychotic episodes or severe depression.
its uniquely challenging because these conditions fuel each other, so isolating treatment for one from the other can leave you vulnerable to relapse.
When Mental Health and Substance Use Collide
You may observe:
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Frequently isolating from others
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Noticeable contrast in behavior and mood
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Subjecting themselves to dangerous situations
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Feelings of hopelessness or being “stuck”
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Little to no interest in personal goals
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Physical symptoms like nausea or shaking
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Physical need for substances just to feel normal
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Developed tolerance or withdrawal symptoms
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)- changing thought patterns that fuel both conditions
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - managing intense emotions without substances
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Trauma Informed Care (TIC) - addressing underlying traumatic experiences
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EMDR - processing traumatic memories safely
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Medication-Assisted Treatment - when appropriate for opioid or alcohol use disorders
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Group Therapy - connecting with others facing similar challenges
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Life Skills Training - practical tools for daily living
Why Integrated Treatment Actually Works
If you only tackle the addiction part, your mental health issues are gonna come back swinging. And if you just work on the mental health stuff while still using, it’s like trying to build a house during a tornado. Everything you’re building just gets knocked down.
It’s kind of like having two roommates who absolutely hate each other and keep making each other’s lives miserable. You can’t just kick one out and expect peace. You’ve got to deal with both of them at the same time, figure out why they’re fighting, and teach them how to coexist.
That’s what integrated treatment does. Our team helps you see how these problems are connected, what’s setting off what, and gives you strategies for managing both at once. The numbers don’t lie either - people stick with integrated treatment about 65-75% of the time versus only 30-40% when you try to handle things one at a time.
These therapeutic methods translate into practical skills that apply to everyday life; from effectively communicating our needs, managing difficult emotions to recognizing thought patterns and finding new perspectives. Many clients report that combining different modalities helps them connect with recovery in ways they couldn't achieve with conventional therapy alone.
CORE TREATMENT
MODALITIES
The Building Blocks Of Recovery
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy
trauma informed care
individual therapy
medication-assisted treatment
Motivational interviewing
life skills training
group therapy
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)- changing thought patterns that fuel both conditions
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) - managing intense emotions without substances
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Trauma Informed Care (TIC) - addressing underlying traumatic experiences
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EMDR - processing traumatic memories safely
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Medication-Assisted Treatment - when appropriate for opioid or alcohol use disorders
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Group Therapy - connecting with others facing similar challenges
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Life Skills Training - practical tools for daily living
You deserve a treatment plan that actually fits, not a standard program that might miss half the picture.
Rewiring Negative Thought Patterns
CBT is basically learning to catch your brain when it’s lying to you. We all have thought patterns that make problems worse, like assuming the worst will happen or believing we’re failures for making even the smallest of mistakes. CBT teaches you to notice these thoughts, question whether or not they’re actually true, and develop more realistic ways of thinking. It’s very practical stuff that you can apply to every day life.
Learning to Drive Your Emotions Instead of Crashing
DBT is perfect for people whose emotions feel like they’re driving a race car with no brakes. When you’re overwhelmed, the logical thing would be to ease off the gas and let yourself slow down naturally. But intense emotions can trick you into thinking that slamming into the hay bales is somehow a better idea; like sending that angry text, quitting your job, or burning a relationship to the ground. DBT teaches you skills for managing intense feelings and recognizing when your emotional brain is trying to convince you that destructive choices are good solutions. You’ll learn techniques for tolerating distress, taking a moment to breathe, and staying present so you can communicate effectively even during the most overwhelming times.
Finding Your Own Reasons to Change
Nobody likes being told what to do, especially about changing their life. Motivational interviewing is a conversation style that helps you figure out your own reasons for change rather than having someone lecture you about what you should do. Your therapist asks the right questions to help you discover your own motivation and resolve any mixed feelings about getting better.
Healing at Your Own Pace
Trauma changes how your brain works, often in ways that made sense for survival but don’t help with daily life now. These approaches recognize that many behaviors that look like “bad choices” are actually your brain trying to protect you based on past experiences. We use slow immersion techniques, allowing you to process difficult memories and triggers at a pace that doesn’t overwhelm your nervous system. We work with that system’s natural responses rather than against them, guiding a safe acclimation to heal without pushing faster than you’re ready to handle.
Integrating Medicine Into Your Recovery Toolbox
Recovery isn’t always the grizzled "white knuckled" portrayal you might hear from some old timers at AA. For certain addictions, particularly opioids and alcohol, FDA-approved medications can be one of the most effective tools in your arsenal. Think of MAT like using the right equipment for a tough job instead of trying to build a house with just your bare hands. These medications don’t get you high or create a new dependency; they work behind the scenes to reduce cravings, block euphoric effects, or ease withdrawal symptoms so your brain has space to focus on rebuilding your life. When your body isn’t constantly screaming for substances, you can actually concentrate on therapy, relationships, and developing the other skills that make recovery stick. It’s not cheating or taking the easy way out; it’s using every available resource to give yourself the best shot at long-term success.
Your Personal Space To Process and Plan
Think of individual therapy as having a skilled mechanic for your mind, except instead of popping the hood on your car, you’re opening up about the stuff that’s been rattling around in your head. This is your dedicated time with someone who gets to know the intricate details of your particular brand of chaos. Maybe you need to untangle family drama that would make a soap opera writer jealous, or figure out why you keep sabotaging good things in your life, or work through trauma that feels too raw to share in a group setting. Your therapist becomes fluent in your specific mental language and can help you spot patterns you’ve been blind to. It’s like having a personal trainer for your emotional muscles, helping you build strength in areas where you’ve been carrying dead weight for years.
Learning from Others Who Get It
There’s something powerful about realizing you’re not alone in your struggles. Group therapy is the perfect setting for this truth to manifest, allowing you to witness firsthand how many others have faced similar challenges, practice new skills in a relaxed environment, and discover that your experiences aren’t as weird or shameful as you thought. The dialectical nature of group settings means that helping and learning from others simultaneously gives you a deeper understanding and perspective on your own experiences.
Getting Back Your Sea-Legs with the Day-to-Days
When addiction or mental health struggles take over, everyday things like managing money, maintaining relationships, or even keeping up with basic self-care can fall by the wayside. Life skills training recognizes that these areas might need some attention and focuses on working together to get back on solid ground. Our staff and peers collaborate with you to rebuild confidence in areas that may have been neglected, whether that involves budgeting, job searching, cooking, or navigating difficult conversations. Sometimes you need to relearn how to manage daily life when recovery becomes your main focus. We approach this as practical support between people who understand that life can get messy and certain skills can get rusty when survival mode takes over.
When Words Aren’t Enough
Sometimes talking about your feelings hits a wall, especially when trauma or intense emotions leave you without words to describe what you’re experiencing. Art and experiential therapies let you express and process things through creative activities like painting, music, movement, and more hands-on exercises. You don’t need to be “artistic” or talented, it’s really just about experimenting with different parts of your brain to work through things that some of the more typical methods may not reach. These approaches can open doors you never knew existed, offering less intimidating ways to unlock emotions you’ve been carrying around, help you understand yourself from new angles, and provide tools for managing stress and anxiety without having to put everything into words.
augmented
TREATMENT modalities
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Sometimes the goal isn’t eliminating difficult thoughts or feelings but learning to live with them differently. ACT helps residents accept psychological pain while committing to actions aligned with their values, especially useful when traditional CBT approaches hit roadblocks.
Family Therapy/Family Systems
When family dynamics contribute to mental health or substance use patterns, we bring loved ones into the treatment process. This approach helps repair relationships damaged by addiction and mental health struggles while building a stronger support system for long-term recovery.
Contingency Management
For certain substance use disorders, we may use reward-based incentives to reinforce positive behaviors like attending sessions, completing assignments, or maintaining sobriety. This behavioral approach works particularly well alongside our primary therapeutic modalities when traditional motivation needs extra support.
Take The First Step
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THANK YOU
for taking the time to learn about Monarch Mental Health. Mental health challenges affect everyone differently, but getting the right support can make all the difference. We know that reaching out for help requires real courage, whether you’re considering treatment for yourself or concerned about someone you care about.
If you’re ready to explore how our program might help, have questions about the admissions process, or just want to talk through your options, we’re here and ready to help anytime. Family members and loved ones are also welcome to call if they’re concerned about a friend or loved one. No pressure, no sales pitch, just honest conversation about how can help and what might work best for you.